Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Name: Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 6 slices thick-cut bacon; 5 cups low-sodium chicken broth (divided); 1 large russet potato (peeled and cut into 1-1/2" pieces); 2 cups chopped (about 1" size cauliflower florets); 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 cup small-diced yellow onion; 2 large garlic cloves (minced); 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 cup half and half; 1 bay leaf; 4 cups chopped (about 1" size broccoli florets (no stems)); 1 cup small-diced carrots; 12 ounces coarsely grated sharp cheddar cheese (plus more for garnish - Use the large holes on a box grater.); 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:1h

Extra cheesy and creamy, this broccoli cheddar soup recipe is the best kind of comfort food because it's loaded with wholesome veggies! Don't forget a sprinkle of bacon!

Updated at: Tue, 11 Nov 2025 08:26:26 GMT